Bad dandruff in horse's tail

barrel_racer64 · 06-29-2006, 08:56 AM

I was looking at my horse's tail last night, and I noticed that he has horrible dandruff. Has anyone tried a human dandruff shampoo on their horse? Do you think it would work? Just currious.

EquusRider91 · 06-29-2006, 10:29 AM

this is just a guess, but wouldn't human dandruff shampoo be too strong? I dunno..

Moostang · 06-29-2006, 10:32 AM

I used to use head and shoulders on Kristay. But you can try using MTG or listerine.... but if you have a grey/light colored horse, I don't suggest MTG.. it turns a white mane brown since it attracks dust.

barrel_racer64 · 06-29-2006, 09:08 PM

Thanks. I wonder if I could like delute it, or something. I have this special sariesis medication shampoo, it helps slow the drying of your scalp or something, I wonder if that would help.

wyldterv · 06-29-2006, 10:12 PM

Head and Shoulders, Selsen Blue, those are both just fine to use on horse and canines alike. Psorissis shampoo would also be safe to use .... BUT no matter WHAT kind of shampoo you use, be sure to rinse, rinse, rinse, rinse and then when you think you're done, rinse again! Shampoo residue will just create more dandruff!

I like to use Selsen Blue, let sit for 10 mins, rinse like mad, then rinse again with Listerene, apply Eqyuus Conditioner... let the dry, comb out tail carefully and completely, and then apply Eqyuus Micro-Tek. That has worked for me when trying to clear up bad tail, mane or forelock dandruff...

Also changing diet somewhat to make sure your fats are balanced can help prevent dandruff.

kddoublink · 06-30-2006, 06:50 AM

Theres a medicated spray I use as well that I spray directly on the skin. It's called Eqyss Micro-Tek Anti-Microbial Spray. It works pritty well!

barrel_racer64 · 06-30-2006, 07:17 AM

Thanks guys.

06-29-2006, 08:56 AM	#1
barrel_racer64 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 977 Images: 76	Bad dandruff in horse's tail I was looking at my horse's tail last night, and I noticed that he has horrible dandruff. Has anyone tried a human dandruff shampoo on their horse? Do you think it would work? Just currious. __________________ Horses should not be treated as people. They should be respected for who they are and what they are capable of doing! May we thank heaven for our horses and our friends. love my baby Tex!

06-29-2006, 10:32 AM	#3
Moostang Senior Moderator Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Northern Calif Posts: 9,942 Images: 682 Blog Entries: 55	I used to use head and shoulders on Kristay. But you can try using MTG or listerine.... but if you have a grey/light colored horse, I don't suggest MTG.. it turns a white mane brown since it attracks dust. __________________ Diet Dr Pepper is a gateway drug http://moostangproductions.com

06-29-2006, 09:08 PM	#4
barrel_racer64 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 977 Images: 76	Thanks. I wonder if I could like delute it, or something. I have this special sariesis medication shampoo, it helps slow the drying of your scalp or something, I wonder if that would help. __________________ Horses should not be treated as people. They should be respected for who they are and what they are capable of doing! May we thank heaven for our horses and our friends. love my baby Tex!

06-29-2006, 10:12 PM	#5
wyldterv Senior Member+ Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Bellingham, WA USA Posts: 12,567 Images: 309 Blog Entries: 18	Head and Shoulders, Selsen Blue, those are both just fine to use on horse and canines alike. Psorissis shampoo would also be safe to use .... BUT no matter WHAT kind of shampoo you use, be sure to rinse, rinse, rinse, rinse and then when you think you're done, rinse again! Shampoo residue will just create more dandruff! I like to use Selsen Blue, let sit for 10 mins, rinse like mad, then rinse again with Listerene, apply Eqyuus Conditioner... let the dry, comb out tail carefully and completely, and then apply Eqyuus Micro-Tek. That has worked for me when trying to clear up bad tail, mane or forelock dandruff... Also changing diet somewhat to make sure your fats are balanced can help prevent dandruff. __________________ WyldTerv "I've been love ♥ struck!" Horsin Around and Doggin it 24/7, Life is GRAND! *Mustang Poncho,Dancer,Emmerson and Ms.Elle'* BlackFyre Farms-Bellingham, WA USA, http://www.freewebs.com/blackfyrearabians

06-30-2006, 06:50 AM	#6
kddoublink Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Southern, Maine Posts: 950 Images: 9 Blog Entries: 2	Theres a medicated spray I use as well that I spray directly on the skin. It's called Eqyss Micro-Tek Anti-Microbial Spray. It works pritty well! __________________ You dream of it & in your dreams is has a mane & tail flying hooves covered in feathers that whisper to the grass as it gallops past. A language that speaks to your soul.

06-29-2006, 10:29 AM	#2
EquusRider91 Full Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 213 Images: 12	this is just a guess, but wouldn't human dandruff shampoo be too strong? I dunno..

06-30-2006, 07:17 AM	#7
barrel_racer64 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 977 Images: 76	Thanks guys. __________________ Horses should not be treated as people. They should be respected for who they are and what they are capable of doing! May we thank heaven for our horses and our friends. love my baby Tex!

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